This is to be the inaugural meeting of NoVA Networkers, a discussion group for computer network engineers and administrators of all skill levels. (Please note that this group is NOT for interpersonal networking.) The goal of the group is to facilitate the free exchange of ideas and experiences among like-minded professionals. The group was founded by Jeremy Stretch of packetlife.net, and is not sponsored by any commercial entity. (This means that all vendors and technologies are fair game!)

Executive Leadership and Career Management are the responsibilities of each of us in our lifetime. "Leaders are not born" and skills and competencies can be learned and take you from good to great. The group was started to encourage creativity, innovation, and inspiration for professionals and executives who want to make an impact on their lives and on the lives of people in their communities. Workshops and seminars can be provided on a number of topics, can be customized for the group, and are …

This is a Business Networking and Referral group for those who serve the Reston and Herndon markets. The purpose of this group is to better serve your clients network by helping connect them to other hard working trustworthy professionals. All types of businesses and entrepreneurs are welcome! This is a FREE networking group. Come join us for coffee and conversation and build your network! We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 8am-9am. Format: 7:45AM - Doors Open 8:00AM - Intro an …

Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic Division Lync User Group known as MADLUG. This user group will promote a sense of community across the Mid-Atlantic Division with like-minded communication and IT professionals. By attending these meetings, in-person or virtually through Lync, you’ll gain an understanding of the fast-evolving technology of Microsoft Lync and its integration with existing telephony – allowing users to share ideas, technologies and collaborate on business decisions. The meetings will al …

We are a group of young professionals who work and play in the DC/Metro area. We focus on meeting new friends and building lasting business relationships. We like to share new ideas about our businesses, help members find new employment opportunities, as well as share leads and referrals.

The Reston SharePoint User Group is hosted at the Microsoft offices in Reston, Virginia. The group was brought to fruition by Dan Usher and Scott Hoag, realizing the need for a user group in the Reston area that met during the day so as to provide a place for practitioners, professionals, and enthusiasts to learn and share ideas during the work day. If you’re interested in speaking, sponsoring or for more information, contact Dan and Scott at info@restonspug.org. Looking to attend? We meet on th …

This informal group is primarily for unemployed or under-employed professionals and professionals who are looking for a new job. The goal is to meet once or twice a month at various locations in DC, VA and MD to network, work on resumes and cover letters, practice interview techniques, share ideas and leads an boost morale. NOTE: It is NOT okay to promote your own personal interests/products/web sites/books/services etc, or to distribute ANY materials at meetings without the prior knowledge and …

Be a part of the CrowdFund Roundup and help rebuild America one community at a time. Using a new capital formation model to fuel the best of the new ideas that will improve and sustain the local economy, build affordable housing, provide business transformation and great jobs, create wealth and increased services for all. CrowdFund Roundup is an association of professionals organized to address the problems of crowdfunding. it provides sources of ideas and the funding and management to make thos …

Come have lunch with young business professionals like yourself looking to promote, network or market their business. This would also be a good chance to meet new people and enjoy a nice lunch together.

This is a group of professionals living or working in Reston. Our group meets at Kalypso's on the First Tuesday every month. We are a community focused on developing business opportunities and building relationships. Join our group and attend our $10 dollar events if you are interested in building your business, developing quality relationships and helping others be successful.

One of the best ways to network is to do it through shared activities. By being in a relaxed atmosphere you will get to know others and establish deeper relationships doing something you like, vs. a quick networking meeting at a hotel or restaurant. Besides the networking opportunites for business and work, you will also improve your health and fitness. Hikes will tend to be 4-6 miles during the weekdays before or after work with options for longer hikes for those wishing to do so. It sure beats …

This is a networking group for people in the information technology industry. People looking to hear about the latest and greatest in our industry; as well as network with colleagues that share the same interests as other DMV Tech's. We will hold happy hours, guest/technology speaking events and more...

Tysons Chamber of Commerce, Membership Benefits, hosts business lead sharing meetings, called TIPS, and networking events for TIPS members. On a regular basis these TIPS groups also have networking events with other networking groups in the area for common benefit, meeting new business members from the region, and generally to have a social context to our important business of developing business for each other. There are multiple TIPS groups within the chamber, and one group meets weekly on Tue …

This group is to bring together desi guys and girls in their 20s & 30s living in the suburbs, particularly areas surrounding Reston/Herndon. There are plenty such groups in DC, so I wanted to create something more local.  But people from any area of course are welcome. I would like to plan events such as happy hours, lunches & dinners, sporting events, cultural events, outdoor activities, movies, networking, and maybe even some trips later on. I am definitely open to suggestions. The main goal o …

This is a group for people who are tired of "groups". In the Reston, VA area there are many talented people who work with software every day and enjoy exchanging ideas. All around Reston new solutions, products and even companies are being created in the building next door every day. It’s time for a forum where interesting concepts and ideas are presented to interested people. Large and small software and tech companies office, live and play here. Software pros work hard and play harder. The mis …

This is a group for anyone interested in discussing great business startup books such as The Lean Startup, The $100 Startup, Rework, and The Dragons' Den Guide to Assessing Your Business Concept. As the author of The Dragons' Den Guide to Assessing Your Business Concept I started this group to discuss leading edge business startup concepts.

The NOVA Makers meetup is dedicated to creating and supporting a Maker community in Northern Virginia. Everyone with a passion and interest in making things is welcome to join!

The OWASP Northern VA Local Chapter meetings are FREE and OPEN to anyone interested in learning more about application security. We encourage individuals to provide knowledge transfer via hands-on training and presentations of specific OWASP projects and research topics and sharing SDLC knowledge. The chapter is committed to providing an engaging experience for a variety of audience types ranging from local students and those beginning in app-sec, to those experienced and accomplished profession …

Meet other local people who are interested in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) techniques and more general issues related to Search Engine Marketing (SEM). Gather and share advice and info on better ways to work with search engines.

Come learn about what is going on in the Reston business community and connect with new tech start ups, entrepreneurs, real estate moguls, job seekers and much much more. Whether you are looking to grow your network, looking for a new job or just looking to make new friends this is the place for you. WARNING: Networking can lead to the following side effects - increase in business, fun, new connections, friendships, exposure, new opportunities & money.  Please network responsibly :-) We meet th …

This group is for those single parents in the Vienna, Va and the wider Fairfax County area who are looking to meet new people, network with others, grow new friendships and find other activities for them and their children. Everyone knows how hard it is to start over, put down roots and manage everything. This group is meant to be a place you belong, not to just be helped and supported, but to also provide counsel, support and have some fun. We will do social activities for adults and with child …

Reverse Space (RS) is a maker community, with a ‘space’ in Herndon, VA, currently sponsored by Cortona Academy. The community began in October 2010 by accumulating members of the Information Technology field, such as Network Security, Information Forensics, and the like. Now, the community supports many subgroups, ranging from 3D Printing, CNC, and any MakerSpace project members would like to build. Revese Space has the largest 3D printing capabilities and technology for MakerSpaces on the east …

The SharePoint Special Interest Group (SSIG) is focused on delivering the content the users want. While the SharePoint platform is extensive, we plan to deliver speakers able to address a wide variety of topics, including development, information architecture, user experience, governance and infrastructure. All these components come together to create the best SharePoint experience. Our meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 7 PM - 9 PM at the Knowlogy Offices on 1934 Old Gal …

Are you Korean?  Please join today.  We have many English speakers waiting for you! 한국말로 말하고 싶어요! http://www.meetup.com/NOVAKorean -- 856 events and counting! Our weekly events and active members often meet "offline" also.  Join, if you want to hang out with your Northern Virginia friends learning English/Korean! We help each other improve upon the basics of written & conversational Korean & English. We will definitely practice speaking! (Free Talking!) NoVa Korean (NoVaK) is truly blessed with …

Tysons Entrepreneurs know the value of collaborative effort in building a great business, one client at a time. Members learn the subtleties of each business in the group and offer constructive analysis and advice in every functional category, from marketing to accounting to HR to procurement. We are NOT a leads group or a referral group. There are no "quotas" to meet. Rather if and when an opportunity arises to refer new business to a member, we focus on a warm, high-quality introduction, not a …

Friendly get-togethers to play music, sing, drum, and learn.  Musicians, singers, professionals, amateurs, beginners, all musical levels and all kinds of instruments welcome. We have informal/casual gatherings where you can enjoy playing music and singing with other members, can meet friendly people, and get inspired by others.  Every meeting is a different combination! All musical levels, including beginners, are welcome, so long as you enjoy it!  Bring extra instruments if you have them.

Hello there WELCOME!!! If you're a Graphic designer, photographer, artist, advertising professional, creative writer or someone who is just starting up in design world we want you and glad you chose this group to join. We'll network, discuss current trends, learn to do things old ways, teach each other what we know while we are up to date with current trends. Follow us on twitter @ http://twitter.com/#!/novacreatives Welcome again! Anita Eradla

Are you looking for other Professional singles/divorced/married/separated/never-been-married in your area to hang out with and have a good time? Then you've come to the right place. This is an opportunity for everyone in Fairfax/Loudoun County to get to know others in the area and hopefully make some new friends. We will enjoy getting together for all sorts of activities ... dancing, mini-golfing, happy hours, concerts, day trips, movies, theatres, parties, tea-rooms, horse show events and sampl …